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LAS VEGAS -- The 2012 PGA Expo attracted thousands of PGA Professionals, influential buyers and industry leaders to a Las Vegas golf marketplace of inspired solutions for merchandising top new products, learning effective business-building strategies and sharing best practices in growing the game, Aug. 20-22, in Las Vegas.
"The PGA Expo has undoubtedly found the correct formula by being in the center of Las Vegas Fashion Week, which allows PGA and industry professionals to see the entire fashion world, attend education conference seminars, test the latest equipment and see the newest apparel lines in just three days," explained PGA Golf Exhibitions Senior Vice President Ed Several.
Attendees traveled to the PGA Expo from 47 U.S. states and 21 countries to take advantage of a robust schedule of exhibits from more than 200 top golf companies and brands, indoor and outdoor product testing, fashion programs, education seminars, industry presentations and professional networking events.
This year's PGA Expo Education Conference seminars featuring Golf 2.0 programs and issues were extremely popular with many seminars filled to capacity. "Working hand-in-hand with The PGA to build an even better instruction and education component resulted in unprecedented attendance by PGA Professionals," said Several.
From the new instruction workshops prior to Demo Night, to the 20-plus education seminars and standing-room only presentations by renowned instructor Hank Haney and mental performance coach Jim Fannin, learning opportunities could be found at every turn during the 2012 PGA Expo.
"It was nice to see so many golf-instruction features playing prominent roles in the PGA Expo this year," noted PGA Director of Instruction Ben Alexander of Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach, Calif. "Having Butch Harmon speak last year and Hank Haney this year was a real boon to the Las Vegas show, which seems to be getting better every year."
Fannin's keynote presentation at the main stage found every chair filled and attendees lining the surrounding aisles to hear his advice on achieving success in growing the game.
"Jim Fannin's presentation was the most inspirational thing I have ever attended at any PGA golf show," lauded Brad Lozares, PGA director of golf at Palo Alto Golf Course in Palo Alto, Calif. "His presentation really resonated with me and my staff members. I've been in the golf business since 1971, and I've never heard anything so relevant and inspiring. He provided a lot of food for thought."
The PGA Expo Show floor was bustling with business beginning Tuesday with a ceremonial first swing by Haney to the blast of confetti canons to open the doors of the Venetian Ballroom. A new equipment and instruction section showcased the latest equipment, ballflight monitors, simulators, clubfitting systems, and teaching and training aids. The "practice" area was anchored by an expanded putting green with turnkey kiosks for putter companies as well as the new Club Performance and Testing Center for hands-on testing of the latest equipment and training aids.
While PING drew large crowds to test-drive its new Anser driver, PING's first fully adjustable driver, and its full line of woods, irons, wedges and putters, many PGA Professionals also took advantage of PING's 'N Flight Fitting system to learn how to custom-fit clubs or to their own swing.
"PING has always been an industry leader in clubfitting, dating way back to its introduction of the PING Eye2 irons," noted Scott Ballif, PGA Professional at Conestoga Golf Club in Mesquite, Nev. "It's always interesting to see what new equipment PING has at the Las Vegas Show, and it was fun to hit the new Anser driver to compare it with other drivers in the PING line. It's a great piece of equipment."
Callaway Golf also saw increased traffic with regional manager Eric Meracle reporting a positive outlook among PGA Expo attendees for 2013. "The general mood of buyers this year is far more positive; there has been a lot of excitement and enthusiasm for Callaway products and for golf in general throughout the Las Vegas show," said Meracle. "We saw a lot of encouraging signs in Vegas. Traffic seemed significantly higher this year, and the number of people interested in our clubfitting and club testing was greater than ever."
The PGA Expo focus on fashion while co-located with apparel trade shows and in the heart of Las Vegas fashion week saw the introduction of the several new fashion and lifestyle apparel programs including the well attended PGA Expo Fashion Designer Panel on Tuesday morning. Golf Digest Fashion Director Marty Hackel and Golf Channel's Win McMurry moderated an informative and fun conversation on the latest fashion trends with top designers sharing their opinions including John Ashworth of Linksoul, Billy Draddy of Fairway & Greene/Zero Restriction, Ralph Dunning of Dunning Golf, Linda Hipp of LIJA and Mike Rowley of Straight Down.
Also, a new PGA Expo "Fashion Row" displaying the latest golf and resort apparel, was poised at the entrances to the Venetian Ballroom, helping to attract some 500 additional apparel buyers from Fashion Week events to explore the vendors of the PGA Expo.
"The PGA Expo remains an ideal time to preview our spring 2013 lines and begin taking orders for the next cycle," said Scott Stone, national sales manager-golf for Ahead. "It is a great platform for Ahead to showcase our lines to a diverse group of buyers who recognize the benefit of attending a multi-show venue in a multi-show city."
Kentwool, still celebrating staff member Bubba Watson's victory at the 2012 Masters, introduced the colorful 19th Hole Collection of dress socks for men and women. "While we conduct a lot of demographical wear-testing to determine what consumers want, it's always good to see such a positive response to a new line like our 19th Hole Collection," said Mark Kent, president and CEO of Kentwool. "This is our first PGA Expo in Las Vegas, but it has been extremely successful. This is more intimate than the big show in Orlando. After the first 30 minutes, we were ready to sign up for next year's Las Vegas Expo."
More than 50 PGA teaching professionals attended the new instruction workshops that officially began PGA Expo week on Monday, Aug. 20, at Callaway Golf Center. PGA Professional Eric Alpenfels presented two, new high-impact instruction workshops focusing on developing skills and participation of junior and women golfers.
Immediately following the workshops, PGA and industry professionals enjoyed field-testing the newest equipment, training aids and accessories of some 40 manufacturers first hand at the annual PGA Expo Demo Night at the Center's driving range, putting and chipping greens. The Center's Divine Nine, a nine-hole lighted par-3 course, was the site of a social golf outing.
Allied golf organizations also utilized the industry gathering for meeting with members. The Association of Golf Merchandisers hosted merchandiser roundtables, designer discussion panels and the AGM Product Preview at the Venetian just prior to the PGA Expo Demo Night. Additional allied golf organizations holding meetings and membership networking events included the Golf Business Network (GBN), Nevada National Golf Course Owners Association (NvGCOA), National Golf Sales Representatives Association (NGSA), Women in the Golf Industry (WIGI) and International Network of Golf (ING).
Awards Presented:
New Product Zone Winners
The New Product Zone has quickly become one of the most popular areas on the Show Floor because it is the best place to see all the newest merchandise in one location. A panel of influential merchandisers and PGA Professionals voted for the top three products of the New Product Zone. Results are below:
â Ernest Sports, Booth 811, "The ES12" -- Portable Launch Monitor, //www.ernestsports.com
â Switch Belt, Booth 727, "The Switch Belt" -- Clothing Accessory, //www.switchbelt.com
â The Set Up Stick, Booth 729, "The Set Up Stick" -- Training Aid, //www.thesetupstick.com
Top Buyers Choice Award
Kentwool, a new PGA Expo exhibitor in 2012, was voted by influential merchandisers and PGA Professionals to receive the PGA Expo Top Buyers Choice Award from nearly 100 new exhibiting companies in 2012.
The PGA Expo and PGA Merchandise Show are organized in partnership with The PGA of America.
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We looove getting our nails done. (Um, what girl doesn't?!) So, we're ecstatic about this news.
According to a new study, researchers have determined that the UV lamps used to dry your polish in nail salons will not cause skin cancer. Previously, some scientists thought that the lamps could increase your odds of developing melanoma, but it had never been proven.
Thankfully, researchers discovered that the lamps do not release a harmful amount of UV rays as say, a tanning bed. ...Which you should be staying away from, btw.
From the study results, scientists determined that you would need to have 13,000 to 40,000 nail-drying sessions, or 250 years of weekly manicures, to increase your chance of getting skin cancer. Of course, it never hurts to slather on sunscreen before you hit the nail salon (actually, before you leave the house), since UV rays can still age your skin.
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U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleischmann has landed a spot on a crucial panel for Tennessee's 3rd District.
The second-term Republican, whose district includes Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the Tennessee Valley Authority, was appointed to the House Appropriations Committee's Energy & Water Development Subcommittee.
The news was announced Tuesday after the Ooltewah Republican expressed interest in joining the subcommittee, which oversees funding for the U.S. Department of Energy -- the federal agency that operates Oak Ridge.
Energy & Water also handles TVA issues. Outside observers have said Fleischmann's new assignment could lead to speedier work at TVA's Chickamauga Lock project, which remains in a state of gridlock.
Fleischmann also will serve on appropriations subcommittees dealing with homeland security and labor, health and human services, according to a committee news release.
"It is my honor and privilege to serve side by side with some of the hardest workers in Congress," Appropriations Chairman Hal Rogers, R-Ky., said in a news release. "It is through their dedication and steadfast commitment to responsible governing that we can help address the nation's many fiscal challenges."
Fleischmann received his appropriations assignment in November, but the subcommittee appointment could be seen as an equal achievement. During Fleischmann's 2012 re-election campaign, critics charged he didn't exert influence on any committees with relevance to his district.
One such critic was Fleischmann's predecessor -- former U.S. Rep. Zach Wamp, a longtime appropriations member who enjoyed significant standing during his 12 years on the Energy & Water subcommittee. Wamp's son Weston unsuccessfully challenged Fleischmann last year.
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Thank you Ruthy Bodner for sending in your beautiful sheva berachot pics to share with our Jewish Hostess readers!
I especially love your blue and orange floral themed tables- so springy and bright! Your place cards and challah plate with the molded rose butter (or margarine) add such a festive touch. I'm sure your sheva berachot dinner party was a huge success! Marlene
Pictures above- I enjoy doctoring placecards and having fun with that. My husband and I collect salt and pepper shakers and like to to put out the wedding themed ones at our Sheva Berachot tables.
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-Took the arrangements from a wedding and made up a focal point for the kitchen/bar area.
-Saw similar personalized banners on different websites and attempted to personalize this SB for our friend. Had a blast doing it but it's not as easy as it looks. Time consuming.
-Plants were inexpensively purchased at Costco and I put them in this display as a centerpiece for an almost spring Sheva Berachot.
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Changing Language of Abortion Seen as Progress by Pro-Lifers
While the message of the pro-life cause has remained unchanged, the legal strategy has evolved over the past 40 years.
WASHINGTON — Amid changing abortion rhetoric and significant legislative advances, a group of legal experts in the nation's capital said that they are confident in the future of the pro-life movement.
"In this epic struggle," said Charmaine Yoest, president of Americans United for Life, "my money's on the baby."
Hosting a Jan. 24 symposium in Washington, Yoest and other speakers discussed changes in rhetoric surrounding the abortion debate, as well as growing legislative efforts in the 40 years since the Supreme Court's 1973 Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton decisions established a national "right" to abortion at any time, for any reason, during a woman's pregnancy.
Much of the discussion focused on changes to tactics used by abortion advocates over the years.
Yoest explained that, while pro-life advocates have been consistent in delivering a message of "defending life," the abortion movement has changed the way it frames its arguments numerous times.
In the 1970s, she said, abortion advocates relied upon the "right to privacy" and emphasized that banning the procedure would lead to an increase in "back-alley abortions" and dangerous illegal procedures.
Today, however, abortion is seen as "reproductive freedom" and the "irreducible minimum of feminine empowerment," she continued. The procedure is now supported as necessary for "equality and opportunity for all women," and some have even tried to rebrand it as a means by which women can feel connected to one another.
In a further push to make abortion appear "morally neutral" and universal, the idea of "choice" is now being abandoned as well, Yoest said, pointing out that, if abortion is necessary for women's empowerment, it is logical to have every American pay for it, leaving behind any "choice" in the participation.
"What they could not win through choice they intend to impose through coercion," she commented.
These rhetorical changes have also affected the debates around fetal personhood, said Laura Garcia, professor of philosophy at Boston College. From the 1970s through the 1990s, she observed, a large portion of the abortion debate centered upon whether or not a fetus was a person.
Now, because of advances in prenatal imaging, Garcia explained, "no one really denies" that a fetus is a human person. (Fetus is Latin for "offspring.") Widespread use of 3-D sonogram pictures has helped establish the humanity of the unborn, particularly among young people, she said.
As a response, abortion is now promoted as an unfortunate but necessary reality, the panel speakers noted, adding that the word "abortion" is increasingly being abandoned altogether in favor of the term "reproductive rights."
While the message of the pro-life cause has remained unchanged, symposium participants continued, the legal strategy has evolved over the past 40 years.
Ed Whelan, president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, observed that, while "Roe constitutionalized abortion, it did not legalize it." Therefore, he said, a reversal of Roe v. Wade would not ban abortion within the United States, but would allow each state to determine its own policy on the issue.
Therefore, state-level efforts are a critical part of the pro-life movement, Yoest explained. In recent years, Americans United for Life has worked to craft and promote state laws to limit abortion and defend life across the nation.
At the moment, Yoest noted, there is a "tremendous supply of legislation in the pipeline" at the state level. Such efforts have included bans on government and insurance funding for abortion, ultrasound requirements, abortion-facility regulations and informed-consent laws.
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A complete understanding to what makes us humans will emerge only from a better knowledge of the full range of the understanding, competence and capability of our closest living relative, the chimpanzee. Too often claims of human uniqueness have been based on incomplete knowledge of what chimpanzees are or were based on chimpanzees living in unnatural captive conditions. To allow for a sound comparison of humans and chimpanzees, I have concentrated in my research on chimpanzees and humans living in their natural environment and solving natural challenges in their daily life. Recently, we have worked to deepen our comparative analysis of chimpanzee and bonobo differences, and implemented an ambitious project throughout Africa to increase our scant knowledge of behavioral, technical and biological differences in chimpanzees. (more)
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Western African chimpanzees are badly threatened across their natural range and declared as critically endangered
The work of the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation that I founded in 2000 is becoming more important and we have concentrated our effort recently in promoting new protected areas to protect some of the few remaining but essential chimpanzee populations in Cote d'Ivoire, Liberia and Guinea. All scientific studies show convincingly that protected areas are the best strategy towards effective protection of great ape populations throughout their range.
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ATLANTA — A report released Friday shows 120 children died during the first nine months of 2012 in situations in which their families had received services from Georgia's child protection agency within the last five years.
The report is the first in a series that will be issued quarterly to track the deaths and help state authorities, parents and others identify ways to prevent them, said Clyde Reese III, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Human Services. State officials must inform federal authorities of child deaths related to abuse or maltreatment, but the new reports look at a larger group of fatalities. Reese said the reports will use a consistent methodology, allowing for meaningful comparisons.
"The problem that I saw was that we weren't always looking at the same kind of data, so it's very hard to look back and see trends," he said.
Natural causes were cited in 34 percent of deaths, the single-largest category, according to the report. Accidents accounted for just over a fifth of fatalities, while the manner of death was undetermined in 18 percent of cases. Homicides accounted for 13 percent of the deaths, and suicides made up 3 percent. Investigations were still pending in 11 percent of the total fatalities.
Officials said the report was triggered by a desire to compile better information, not by a single incident or crisis. But federal officials have penalized Georgia for the performance of its child welfare system over the years and it has been the target of lawsuits intended to improve foster care in metro Atlanta.
In 11 cases, children died while the Division of Family and Children Services was providing assistance to a family due to substantiated maltreatment. One of those children died from physical abuse inflicted by a father. Two children died as a result of unsafe sleeping arrangements after child protection officials had opened cases on their parents for drug use.
Of most concern to state officials were the 10 cases where children died while they were in state custody. The causes of those deaths varied. Three children died as the result of alleged maltreatment they suffered before they were placed in foster care, state officials said. Another child died of complications blamed on a traumatic head injury inflicted by an uncle that caused her to be placed in foster care a decade earlier. One child died from an overdose. Two of the fatalities involved children who were born premature and entered state custody when their parents refused blood transfusions. The children never left the hospital.
The director of the Division of Family and Children Services, Ron Scroggy, said the information will be shared with the public and others interested in child safety. In the past, little was generally said about child deaths, he said.
"We believe we need to talk about it and see what's the cause of this death and perhaps learn something so another child won't have to suffer that fate," he said.
Unsafe sleeping conditions were a common factor in multiple deaths. Officials said nine children were co-sleeping with adults at the time of their death, putting them at risk for smothering. Another eight children were sleeping in what the agency described as less-than-optimal conditions, for example, a crib with adult pillows or blankets.
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A Team 5 investigation is exposing why the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has allowed bus drivers with multiple suspensions, moving violations and accidents to be behind the wheel.
NewsCenter 5's Sean Kelly spoke with lawmakers who are blasting the troubled transit agency for putting all of its passengers at unnecessary risk.
It took criminal charges related to running down a meter maid with a bus last August for the MBTA to pull Lataria Milton from behind the wheel.
Milton pleaded not guilty to the charges against her but Team 5 Investigates' found her driving record was hardly clean before that.
Milton wouldn't have been able to renew her license until she paid her car taxes, parking tickets and toll violation. She was also more than 50 percent at fault in a 2010 crash according to her driving record.
The Registry of Motor Vehicles suspended her license at the start of 2007, yet she still drove paying customers around for the MBTA for almost four months.
Joe Pesaturo, a spokesman for the MBTA said T officials didn't know about any of it. He added that it could never happen again.
In 2009, the MBTA began receiving regular reports from the Registry whenever its drivers had their licenses suspended or revoked.
Team 5 Investigates found that system is failing passengers. The MBTA is still hiring drivers despite their bad records and keeping them behind the wheel even with their suspensions.
MBTA bus driver Forest Queen has a seven-page driving record that reveals since 1994 his license has been suspended by the RMV ten times, mostly for not paying his inspection sticker tickets on time.
One suspension occurred after the MBTA was checking with the registry. The agency put him back behind the wheel after his license was restored.
Before that, Queen was cited four times in two years for operating without a valid inspection sticker, requiring him to take two driver retraining courses. Prior infractions include speeding, failing to stop and driving an unregistered vehicle on multiple occasions.
"Wow," said state Sen. Gale Candaras, a member of the state legislature's joint committee on transportation. Candaras was astonished by what Team 5 found.
"Would you want these people driving you around?" asked Team 5 Investigates' Sean Kelly.
"I wouldn't want them driving anyone around," said Candaras.
MBTA bus driver Michael Baker also had no problem getting hired by the MBTA in 2010. He has a valid Rhode Island driver's license that shows two speeding violations in 2011 and 2012, after he was hired.
If MBTA officials had checked Baker's Massachusetts driving history, they would have learned his license was suspended twice since 2005 for not paying two fines relating to speeding and an inspection sticker. He was caught speeding and involved in two crashes where he was found more than 50 percent at fault.
"Clearly the system is broken. It's outrageous to think we're even having this discussion when public safety is at hand," said Rep. Peter Durant, another member of the legislature's joint committee on transportation.
So why would the MBTA hire drivers like these?
Outgoing acting general manager Jonathan Davis refused Team 5's interview request.
In a written statement, a spokesman for the agency told Team 5 Baker and Queen "have good records while operating buses" and "if an employee has a valid commercial driver's license and is in compliance with T regulations" they can be in the driver's seat.
The agency also said that on the job performance is of paramount consideration and all drivers go through a rigorous training program.
"What can you do about this?" asked Kelly.
"If we need to fix it legislatively, we will do so immediately," answered Durant.
Candaras told Team 5 she also wants some reforms made to the T's hiring criteria. "We can put in place a control board which will substitute its judgment for existing management."
Team 5 Investigates' attempts to reach Milton, Queen and Baker were unsuccessful.


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On 8 February 2020, we mark the 6th World Day of Awareness and Prayer against Human Trafficking. Join us in Prayer, Action, and Advocacy to prevent and end Human Trafficking & Exploitation. A number of resources to assist our work together are available as follows: The Talitha Kum Prayer Vigil "Together against Human Trafficking," is accessible at: 2. The 2020 National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention month & Day of Prayer Toolkit created by the US Catholic Bishop's Conference, is available at: 3. The US Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking
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We strive to bring you as much choice as possible, as such we are able to offer 5 sizes of Jumpking new OvalPOD™ trampolines.
We are delighted to be able to offer you an innovation in trampolining. This new and improved Jumpking OvalPOD™ Trampoline with Black powder coated frame & legs makes this a fabulous trampoline in terms of performance, longeavity and style.
Why Oval? Well, it provides the performance of a rectangular trampoline with the safety of the original round JumpPOD™. It's basically a JumpPOD™ in a convenient oval shape. It will fit odd shaped and smaller gardens.
If you cannot fit a conventional round trampoline into your garden this is the answer for you. The OvalPOD™ gives peace of mind in a trampoline package that is easy to assemble and complete in one unit. The enclosure uprights simply slot down into the trampoline top rail. The build quality of this trampoline is such that the manufacturers provide a very reassuring 10 year guarantee on the frame and 5 year guarantee on the bed and springs.
Features of the Jumpking OvalPOD™ Trampoline and Safety Net Package:
- A unique design oval trampoline for increased performance and optimum safety. Ideal for compact gardens
- Extra thick 48 mm heavy duty galvanised legs for increased stability and safety
- Trampolines and safety enclosure just slots together for increased stability - no need for brackets. Easy to assemble and looks fantastic.
- Safety enclosure features support rods at top and laces at bottom for yet more stability and a tight connection to the trampoline frame.
- Easy cord lock ties for maximum security.
- Unique Eurospring™ design with over and under spring configuration puts less strain on the trampoline and improves jumping performance
- This oval trampoline combines the safety net found on round trampolines with the extra bounce that comes from a rectangular trampoline.
- The unique design of the Oval JumpPOD™ allows you purchaser to buy a larger trampoline, creating a safer jumping environment without filling the whole garden.
Additional Information
Manufacturer Jumpking Size 15ft x 10ft Oval Shape Oval Colour Black Bounce Area 81.7 (Sq. ft.) or 7.6 (Sq. m) Ladder Included Yes Cover Included No Shoe Store Included No No. of Springs 90 Spring Length 74 x 7" (17.8cm) & 16 x 6.5" (16.5cm) Bed Heavy Duty Polypropylene Permatron Pad Thickness 20mm tapering to 10mm Frame Diameter 50.8mm Top Rail Height 89 cm Maximum User Weight 22 Stone or 140kg Frame Warranty 10 years Spring Warranty 5 years Bed Warranty 5 years Pad Warranty 2 years Net Warranty 2 years
We are pleased to offer reduced priced accessories when ordered with the trampoline. Please use the tick boxes above to make your selection
The trampoline tie down kit is becoming more and more popular. As our weather appears to be ever more changeable we are seeing increasing numbers of customers looking for replacement parts for trampolines that have flown over into next door's garden.
Our range of covers have a superb finish and fit on to the trampoline beds only. Therefore they are a suitable option for trampolines with enclosures fitted, allowing you to cover the bed of the trampoline without taking the enclosure off. Our covers provide protection from leaves, bird mess and other unwanted debris - as well as letting smaller members of the family know that the trampoline is out of bounds until Mum or Dad are around!
This handy shoe tidy will help prevent young children tripping over discarded shoes around the trampoline, not to mention stopping the dog running off with your best trainers!
The Jumpking Circus Tent Canopy is a brilliant way to add more fun to your children's trampoline. It is easy to assemble and install. It is UV30+ protected, made from 100% polyester with mesh ventilation and has top and bottom shock-corded poles to provide extra rigidity. This item can only be used on Jumpking OvalPod Trampolines with enclosures that have a shock-corded rod at the top of the net. The Jumpking Canopy is a great way to protect your family and trampoline from the elements. It is UV 30+ protected and easy to assemble and install. The canopy is made from 100% polyester with mesh ventilation and has top and bottom G3 poles to give extra rigidity. This item can only be used with Jumpking OvalPod Trampolines with enclosures that have a shock-corded rod at the top of the net.
Please note that the manufacturer advises that the Circus Tent and Canopy should not be left on the trampoline overnight or used in windy conditions. Please take it down after use. It is also advisable to use an anchor kit with these items.
We have the largest range of Jumpking trampolines available in the UK today. If we don't have a Jumpking Trampoline to suit you, no one will!
The Jumpking trampoline brand is the biggest in the world today and they have been making trampolines for approximately 50 years. Jumpking is the market leader with great trampoline innovations and the manufacturing facility now produces approximately 60% of the world's trampolines. As well as the highest standards of quality, Jumpking pride themselves on the continual development of their products, as can be seen by their huge range. Jumpking trampolines are all designed with safety as the first priority. All trampolines meet or exceed ASTM and TUV standards. Jumpking trampolines also come with a comprehensive range of accessories to add to the experience. Jumpking Trampolines provide fun, exercise, health, fitness and safety for the whole family. We at Trampolines.co.uk have been supplying Jumpking Trampolines since our very earliest days and due to our product knowledge and keen prices have become one of the most successful Jumpking retailers in the UK today.
Why buy a 'JumpPOD'?
All of our Jumpkings are PODs. They are the next generation Trampoline, providing two of the original trampoline products (trampoline and enclosure) and putting them together in one unit. Featuring the Tri-layer Socket, the enclosure poles slot directly into the trampoline top rail, completely removing the need for brackets. You have a great looking product that takes less time to assemble compared to any other system. Plus, the new Euro-Spring 'over and under' configuration reduces stress on the frame, increasing durability and optimising the jumping performance.
Jumpking OvalPOD Oval Trampolines
The Jumpking oval shaped trampoline was specially developed for the UK market. The Ovals combine the outstanding performance of a rectangular trampoline with the proven safety features of the best selling JumpPOD and here at Trampolines.co.uk we can offer you 5 different sizes of OvalPOD.
Jumpking Rectangular Trampolines
These brand new designs arrived in the UK May 2016 and have been hugely popular. As with indoor competition trampolines, the Jumpking Rectangulars have a 'sweet spot' in the centre but also offer an even controllable bounce across the entire bounce mat.
FREE NEXT WORKING DAY DELIVERY - This item is despatched free of charge on a next working day service to England, Wales and parts of Scotland. Other areas will have a delivery surcharge (dependent on the postcode) added automatically during checkout.
Orders received before 3:00pm will be despatched the same day.
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